“You forget something, Kelli,” Kayla said, her voice catching as she struggled to keep her emotions in check. “You left for college, started this whole new life, and you know…
“Kayla, no,” Kelli said firmly, her tiny voice edged with dread as she glanced up at Talisa, who was proving far less helpful than she’d hoped. The last thing she…
“For the record, I told her to tell you,” Carter said with a playful grin, leaning slightly into Kayla, his arm draped casually over her shoulders. “I thought that’s what…
Kayla carefully carried Kelli back toward her skateboard, each step deliberate and steady. As they walked, Kelli couldn’t help but notice Talisa stealing glances at her, barely concealing her excitement.…
“I can try, Kelli. Just tell me what I can do,” Kayla said softly, her voice tinged with desperation as she knelt down, trying to meet Kelli’s eyes. Talisa came…
The world whizzed by in a blur of motion and noise, but Kelli was starting to feel bold. She sat up straighter now, growing more confident with every smooth turn.…